NFPA CFI-I Exam - Topic 3 Question 23 Discussion

Actual exam question for NFPA's CFI-I exam

Question #: 23
Topic #: 3

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In a low hazard occupancy, what is the maximum allowable travel distance to a Class A portable fire extinguisher?

A30 ft (9.1 m)

B50 ft (15.2 m)

C75 ft (22.8 m)

D100 ft (30.5 m)

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Suggested Answer: C

The maximum allowable travel distance to a Class A portable fire extinguisher in a low hazard occupancy is governed by NFPA 10, Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers.

Class A hazards involve ordinary combustibles such as paper, wood, cloth, and certain plastics.

In low hazard occupancies (e.g., office buildings, schools), where the fire risk is minimal, the maximum travel distance to a Class A extinguisher is 75 feet (22.8 meters).

The 75-foot distance ensures that fire extinguishers are readily accessible in the event of a fire while maintaining practicality for building layouts.

30 ft (A) applies to more hazardous areas with specific requirements.

50 ft (B) is applicable for Class B extinguishers in moderate hazards.

100 ft (D) exceeds NFPA 10 limits for Class A hazards.

NFPA 10, Section 6.2.1.2: Travel distance requirements for Class A fire extinguishers.

by Shawna at Apr 04, 2026, 05:36 AM

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Justine

4 days ago

I’m pretty confident it’s 30 ft for low hazard occupancies. I recall it being a smaller distance compared to higher hazards.

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Horace

9 days ago

I remember practicing a question like this, and I think it was 50 ft. That sounds familiar, but I could be mixing it up with another type of occupancy.

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Shawnna

14 days ago

I think the maximum travel distance for a Class A extinguisher in low hazard areas is 75 ft, but I'm not completely sure.

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